A break was needed to enjoy the glorious weather we're having... (!), so we went to stay at Bruton in Somerset. Keen to relive my gypsy dream every year, we stayed in a twee converted railway carriage called 'Happy on the hill'. Overlooking fields, this was the perfect snug spot for Lola to have her own mini break running through the grass (this holiday was really all about her...). Some of the best bits included a log fire, local breakfast supplied by the host, outdoor seating that was sheltered from the rain (perfect book reading spot) and... (my personal favourite) a pink roll top bath *hands in the air emoji*.

Our host left us a map to walk into Bruton so we decided to brave the rain (minus google maps). Bruton is pretty sweet, though silent on a Sunday. Apart from the lovely 'At the Chapel', where we treated ourselves to a feast. All bloomin' lovely and in a very photogenic spot.

A similarly lovely food-walk experience nearer to home can be had with breakfast at The Lavender Bakehouse followed by a dog walk through Chalford - and a mini shop pit-stop at Jolly Nice where more beautiful book covers can be found.